Azure Cybersecurity Specialist

Botmer International is seeking a remote, contract-based Azure Cybersecurity Specialist to join its team. This role focuses on securing Microsoft Azure environments by identifying security risks, implementing controls, and ensuring cloud infrastructure adheres to best security practices. The specialist will monitor cloud environments, manage identity and access, respond to security incidents, and enhance the overall security posture of Azure resources. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Microsoft security tools, cloud security architecture, threat detection, and compliance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities
- Secure Microsoft Azure environments by implementing and maintaining security controls.
- Monitor cloud infrastructure for security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Manage identity and access using Microsoft Entra ID, RBAC, and MFA.
- Respond promptly to security incidents and conduct root cause analysis.
- Utilize Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Sentinel for threat detection and security monitoring.
- Develop and enforce Azure security policies, including network security groups, firewalls, and private endpoints.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and recommend remediation strategies.
- Analyze security logs and alerts to identify potential risks.
- Ensure compliance with cloud security standards such as CIS benchmarks, NIST, or ISO 27001.
- Manage encryption, secrets management, and data protection mechanisms.
- Collaborate with teams to improve security posture and implement best practices.

Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, cloud security, or a related field.
- Proven hands-on experience securing Microsoft Azure environments.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Sentinel.
- Experience with Microsoft Entra ID, identity and access management, RBAC, and MFA.
- Familiarity with Azure security policies, network security groups, firewalls, and private endpoints.
- Skilled in vulnerability assessment, threat detection, and security incident response.
- Understanding of SIEM, security monitoring, and log analysis.
- Knowledge of cloud security frameworks such as CIS benchmarks, NIST, or ISO 27001.
- Experience with Azure Policy, security configurations, and compliance monitoring.
- Proficient in encryption, secrets management, and data protection techniques.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) are highly desirable.

Botmer International is a global AI-native staff augmentation company that connects startups and scale-ups with pre-vetted, AI-first software engineers in as little as 48 hours. The company specializes in dedicated monthly engineers, team augmentation, and AI-first product development, enabling clients to launch and scale intelligent products efficiently. Trusted by over 200 AI-first startups across more than 25 countries, Botmer’s clients have collectively raised over $315 million and completed more than 500 projects. The company holds a G2 Winter 2026 Leader rating of 4.9 out of 5.

Botmer offers fixed monthly pricing, timezone-aligned teams, rapid replacements when needed, and founder-led delivery with direct access to leadership. Its mission is to make AI-native engineering accessible, affordable, and ready to deploy without hiring stress.